It was announced this week that the USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) was canceling a key report and a yield survey. As Mark Oppold reports¸ some wonder what is next.
NPB Promotes Peanuts at Major Natural Foods Show
The National Peanut Board recently promoted peanuts at a major natural foods show in Anaheim, CA. Tyron Spearman reports.
Not Much Change Expected in Corn and Soybean Futures
Corn and soybean futures haven’t seen much support lately, and according to Mark Oppold, a report this week is not expected to help much at all.
February Peanut Usage Report
February’s numbers are in the latest USDA Peanut Stocks and Processing Report. Tyron Spearman has more on peanut usage for the month.
GCC Highlights Enrollment for Cotton Trust Protocol
The Georgia Cotton Commission (GCC) continues to encourage producers to enroll in the U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol, an initiative launched in 2020 that drives continuous improvement across six metrics, including water use, energy efficiency, greenhouse gas emissions, soil conservation, soil carbon and land use. Taylor Sills, GCC executive director, provided updates for growers who might have additional questions on how …
Peanut Stocks Reported
The Peanut Stocks and Processing Report for February was recently released. Tyron Spearman has more.
USDA Holding Peanut Checkoff Continuance Referendum
Peanut producers across the Southeast are being reminded the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is conducting a referendum now through April 19th for eligible U.S. producers of peanuts to decide whether to continue the checkoff program. The USDA Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) is conducting the referendum by regular mail, express mail and electronic ballot. Those engaged in the production and sale of …
Watching Oats for Long Term Direction
When it comes to long-term direction in the grain markets, many traders are watching what happens with oats. Mark Oppold explains why.
Beef and Pork Exports Bring Nice Returns to Corn and Soybean Producers
New information released by the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF) shows beef and pork exports last year at $18.1 billion had a significant impact on the corn and soybean industries. The numbers, from an independent study conducted by The Juday Group, notes U.S. pork and beef exports contributed an estimated total economic impact of 14.6% per bushel to the value of corn …
Crop Progress Reports Start
Crop progress reports from the USDA have started for the new crop year, something Mark Oppold notes many traders will follow closely.